Machine Operator (Butter Churn) (3rd Shift)

Cabot Creamery Co-operative; West Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in dairy production is seeking a dedicated Machine Operator for their Butter Churn. This full-time role involves operating and troubleshooting machinery, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and maintaining a sanitary work environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic and a commitment to quality, contributing to a team that values employee growth and sustainability. With a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, this position offers a great opportunity to grow your career in a supportive environment. Join a cooperative that has been a leader in the industry for over a century and be part of a mission-driven team!

Benefits

Company Paid Pension

100% Tuition Reimbursement

401k Match

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Qualifications

• Experience operating machinery in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Understanding of food industry practices is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate the butter churn and packaging equipment efficiently to meet production goals.
• Maintain cleanliness and compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

Machine Operation

Troubleshooting

Attention to Detail

Compliance with Regulations

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Butter Churn Equipment

Packaging Equipment

Job description

How would we describe a career with Agri-Mark? More than 100 years of: Farmers, Family, Mission, Purpose, Sustainability, Respect, Integrity, Work Ethic, Teamwork, Pride in Award Winning Products, Agriculture. Grow your life, join our team!

Our dairy cooperative is seeking a regular, full-time Machine Operator to run the Butter Churn for third shift (11pm-7am). The Butter Churn Operator will operate the butter churn effectively and efficiently to meet production requirements. Understand the process of churning butter and all related equipment. Ensure compliance with state and federal government regulations. Maintain churn facilities in a sanitary manner, including Clean in Place (CIP) washing of equipment, and cleaning of walls, floors, ceilings, light fixtures, drains and other similar environmental areas.

Position responsibilities include:

• Schedule flexibility -- willingness to work overtime, weekends, holidays and rotate shift, as required based on business needs.
• Operate, understand and troubleshoot butter packaging equipment including processing machinery and case packaging equipment.
• Machine adjustments to meet required specifications.
• Operate and set printers to ensure that U.S.D.A.# and 'Sell By' dates are correct.
• Ensure that proper packaging is used for each production item.
• Complete and record necessary information on proper logs legibly, verifying that all required documents are filled out properly and are accurate in accordance with Safety and SQF procedures.

Preferred candidates would have current or previous machine operation experience in a manufacturing environment. Experience in the food industry would be a plus for any candidate.

Our support of employee growth includes promoting from within, cross-training and 100% tuition reimbursement. Team members are eligible for company paid pension and enjoy access to a comprehensive benefits package, competitive salary and additional retirement plans which include 401k match.